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Whether you do it for business or leisure, there's no denying the fact that gardening is a fun and rewarding activity. It allows you to work with your hands to grow and nurture plants. However, this also means that gardening carries an inherit risk of hand injury. From cuts and scrapes to insect bites and wrist sprains, gardeners are susceptible to a variety of hand injuries. As a gardener, though, you can protect your hands from injuries such as these by following some simple steps.Wear GlovesW …

Because of its ability to protect the wearer's head from trauma, a hard hat is classified as a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) in many occupations. This is particularly true among industrial and construction workers, many of whom are required to wear them. However, there are dozens of different kinds of hard hats, varying in features, design, material of construction and other characteristics.ANSI RatingOne of the first things to consider when choosing a hard hat is the American Nati …

Chronic inflammation is a serious condition that can damage organs and increase the risk of diseases like inflammatory bowel disease, asthma, arthritis and even various skin conditions. However, a new study has found that eating yogurt may protect the body from chronic inflammation.About the StudyAccording to a recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition, yogurt improves the intestinal lining while simultaneously preventing pro-inflammatory compounds from being released into the blood. Th …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is currently hosting its annual Safe + Sound week. This nationwide event is intended to raise awareness surrounding common work-related safety hazards, thereby lowering the risk of injury and illness in the workplace. Each year, millions of U.S. workers are injured while on the job. Some of these injuries are minor, consisting of nothing more than cuts, scrapes and bruises. Others, however, are more severe and debilitating. While it's impo …

Statistics show that more than two-thirds of U.S. workers aren't engaged at work, according to a Gallup survey. When workers aren't engaged, they'll work slower and less efficiently. Unfortunately, this can take a toll on the company for whom they work. Companies with disengaged employees often suffer from poor sales and equally poor profits. There are ways to motivate and engage your company's employees, however.#1) Say ThanksSomething as simple as saying "thanks for the hard work" can motivate …